Samsung EK-GC120 Verizon User manual

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User Manual

EK-GC120

Samsung Galaxy Camera™

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About this manual

This device provides Samsung’s highest standard for quality mobile communication and

entertainment. This user manual is specially designed to detail the device’s functions and

features.

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Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.

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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

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Images and screenshots may differ in appearance from the actual product.

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Content may differ from the final product, or from software provided by service

providers or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version

of the manual, refer to the Samsung website,

www.samsung.com

.

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Available features and additional services may vary by device, software, or service

provider.

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Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware

specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from

any provider other than Samsung.

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Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited

registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customize the

operating system may cause the device or applications to work improperly.

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Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this

device are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial

or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for

illegal use of media.

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You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and

downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services. To avoid additional charges,

select an appropriate data tariff plan. For details, contact your service provider.

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This device supports 4G LTE networks.

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Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no

longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application

provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Center. For user-installed

applications, contact service providers.

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Modifying the device’s operating system or installing software from unofficial sources

may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are

violations of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.

About this manual

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Instructional icons

Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment

Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information

Copyright

This guide is protected under international copyright laws.

No part of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form

or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing

in any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of

Samsung Electronics.

Trademarks

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SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.

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The Android logo, Google

™

, Google Maps

™

, Google Mail

™

, YouTube

™

, Google Play

™

Store, and Google Talk

™

are trademarks of Google, Inc.

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Bluetooth

®

is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.

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Windows Media Player

®

is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

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HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term “High Definition Multimedia Interface” are

trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

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Wi-Fi

®

, Wi-Fi Protected Setup

™

, Wi-Fi Direct

™

, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED

™

, and the Wi-Fi logo are

registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

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Table of Contents

Getting started

6 Device layout

7 Buttons

8 Package contents

9 Installing the SIM card and battery

12 Inserting an optional memory card

17 Adjusting the volume

17 Switching to silent mode

Camera

18 Basic functions

27 Advanced functions

37 Shooting options

45 Configuring settings for Camera

47 Cleaning the device

Basics

48 Indicator icons

49 Using the touch screen

52 Control motions

55 Notifications

56 Home screen

58 Using applications

58 Applications screen

60 Entering text

61 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

62 Setting up accounts

63 Transferring files

65 Securing the device

66 Upgrading the device

Media

67 Gallery

70 Paper Artist

71 Photo Wizard

73 Video Player

74 Video Editor

76 Music Player

77 YouTube

78 Instagram

Communication

79 Contacts

82 Email

84 Google Mail

85 Talk

86 ChatON

87 Google+

87 Messenger

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Settings

108 About Settings

108 Airplaine mode

108 Wi-Fi

109 Bluetooth

109 Data usage

110 More settings

111 Sound

111 Display

112 Storage

112 Power

113 Battery

113 Application manager

113 Location services

114 Lock screen

115 Security

116 Language and input

119 Cloud

119 Backup and reset

119 Add account

119 Motion

120 Accessory

120 Date and time

121 Accessibility

122 Developer options

123 About device

Troubleshooting

Web & network

88 Google® Chrome

90 Bluetooth

91 AllShare Play

92 Group Cast

Application & media stores

93 Play Store

94 Samsung Apps

95 S Suggest

95 Game Hub

95 Play Books

95 Play Movies & TV

Utilities

96 Calendar

98 Dropbox

98 Clock

100 Calculator

101 S Voice

102 Google

103 Voice Search

103 Task manager

104 My Files

104 Downloads

Travel & local

105 Maps

106 Local

107 Latitude

107 Navigation

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Getting started

Device layout

Power button

AF-assist light

Flash

Speaker

Lens

Flash release

Shutter button

Zoom slider

HDMI port

Battery cover

release latch

Tripod mount

Headset jack

Multipurpose

jack

Touch screen

Wrist strap

port

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The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the voice search or take

videos.

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Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions.

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Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may

malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

Buttons

Button Function

Power

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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.

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Press and hold for 6-8 seconds to reset the device if it has

fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes.

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Press to lock or unlock the device. The device goes into

lock mode when the touch screen turns off.

Shutter

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In the camera application, half-press to focus on the

subject. When the subject is in focus, the focus frame

turns green. Press to take the photo.

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From the Home screen, press and hold to turn the camera

on.

Zoom

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In the camera application, turn left or right to zoom in or

out.

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Turn to adjust the device volume.

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Package contents

Check the product box for the following items:

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Device

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Battery

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Wall/USB Charger

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Wrist Strap

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Quick Start Guide

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Product Safety and Warranty Brochure

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Quick Reference Guide

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ICI Brocure

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RF Brochure

Use only approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or

malfunctions, which are not covered by the warranty.

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The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary

depending on the region or service provider.

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The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible

with other devices.

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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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You can purchase additional accessories from your local retailer. Make sure they

are compatible with the device before purchase.

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Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.

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Use only approved accessories. Malfunctions caused by using unapproved

accessories are not covered by the warranty service.

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Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on

manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories,

refer to the Samsung website.

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Some TVs may not compatible with the device due to differing HDMI

specifications.

Getting started

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Installing the SIM card and battery

Insert the Verizon 4G LTE SIM card and the included battery.

1

Slide the battery cover release latch to the left to release the battery cover.

2

Insert the SIM card with the gold-colored contacts facing upwards.

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Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens

to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Center

to remove the memory card.

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Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM card. Samsung is not

responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.

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3

Push the SIM card into the slot until it locks in place.

4

Insert the battery.

Make sure to properly align the battery’s gold-colored contacts when inserting the

battery.

5

Replace the battery cover and slide the latch.

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Removing the SIM card and battery

1

Slide the battery cover release latch to the left to release the battery cover.

2

Pull down on the battery release latch to eject the battery.

3

Pull out the battery.

4

Push the SIM card inward until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.

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Inserting an optional memory card

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Memory card sold seperately.

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Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an

incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the

data stored in it.

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Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.

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The device supports only the FAT file system for memory cards. When inserting

a card formatted in a different file system, the device asks to reformat the

memory card.

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Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.

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When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory

appears in the

extSdCard

folder under the internal memory.

1

Slide the battery cover release latch to the left to release the battery cover.

2

Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing upwards.

3

Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place.

4

Replace the battery cover and slide the latch.

Getting started

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Removing the memory card

Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap

Apps

→

Settings

→

Storage

→

Unmount SD card

→

OK

.

1

Slide the battery cover release latch to the left to release the battery cover.

2

Push the memory card inward until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.

3

Replace the battery cover and slide the latch.

Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing

information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the

memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the

misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.

Formatting the memory card

A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the

memory card on the device.

On the Home screen, tap

Apps

→

Settings

→

Storage

→

Format SD card

→

Format SD

card

→

Delete all

.

Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all

important data stored on the device. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss

of data resulting from user actions.

Getting started

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Charging the battery

Charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. A

computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable.

Use only approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can

cause the battery to explode or damage the device.

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When the battery power is low, the device emits a warning tone and displays a

low battery power message.

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If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on

immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge

for a few minutes before turning on the device.

Charging with the charger

1

Connect the USB cable to the power adapter.

2

Connect the power adapter to an electrical outlet.

3

Connect the small end of the USB cable to the multipurpose jack of the device.

4

After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger.

Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any

damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.

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The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully

charge the battery.

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If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch

screen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.

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While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect

the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the

charger may stop charging.

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If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a

Samsung Service Center.

Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the

device.

To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a

power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in

use to avoid wasting power. The device should remain close to the electric socket

while charging.

Checking the battery charge status

When you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current

battery charge status:

Charging Fully charged

Getting started

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Reducing the battery consumption

Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customizing these options

and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges:

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When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button.

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Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.

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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.

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Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.

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Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.

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Decrease the backlight time.

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Decrease the brightness of the display.

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Deactivate the fast power-on feature.

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Activate the automatic power off feature. (p. 112)

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Turning the device on and off

When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your

device.

Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device.

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Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorized personnel in areas

where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as airplanes and hospitals.

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Press and hold the Power button and tap

Airplane mode

to disable the wireless

features.

To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then tap

Power off

.

Adjusting the volume

Turn the Zoom button left or right to adjust the volume of notification tones, or to adjust the

volume when playing music or video.

Switching to silent mode

Use one of the following methods:

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Press and hold the Power button, and then tap .

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Open the notifications panel at the top of the screen, and then tap

Sound

.

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Camera

Basic functions

Use this application to take photos or videos.

Use

Gallery

to view photos and videos taken with the device. (p. 67)

Tap

Camera

on the Home screen.

The device automatically shuts off when unused.

Camera etiquette

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Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission.

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Do not take photos or videos where legally prohibited.

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Do not take photos or videos in places where you may violate other people’s privacy.

Taking photos

Half-press the Shutter button to focus on the subject. When the subject is in focus, the focus

frame turns green. Press the Shutter button to take the photo.

Or, tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. When the subject is

in focus, the focus frame turns green. Tap to take the photo.

Displays the current mode.

Tap, or tap and drag the

focus frame.

Return to the

Home screen.

Change the camera

settings.

Open Gallery to view

photos and videos.

Change the modes.

Begin taking videos.

Take photos.

Open the effects panel.

Camera

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Taking videos

Tap to take a video. To stop recording, tap .

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Touch focus is not available in video mode.

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The zoom function may not be available when recording at the highest

resolution.

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When using a memory card with a slow writing speed, the device may not be

able to save the video properly. It may stop recording, or recorded video frames

may become corrupted.

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Memory cards with slowing writing speeds do not support high-resolution

video. To record high-resolution video, use memory cards with faster write

speeds (micro SDHC Class10 or higher).

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The video frame size may appear smaller depending on video resolution and

frame rate.

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You can take videos up to 20–25 minutes at one time.

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If the zoom function is activated when taking videos, the device may record

the noise of the zoom operating. To decrease the zoom noise, activate the quiet

zoom feature. (p. 46)

Taking photos while taking videos

Press the Shutter button to take photos while taking a video.

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Photos taken while taking a video are resized automatically, depending on the

recorded video resolution.

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Photos taken while taking a video may be lower in quality than those taken

normally.

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Photos taken while taking a video may look different from the moving images.

Viewing photos and videos

To view taken photos or videos, tap the image viewer. (p. 67)

Camera

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Zooming in and out

Turn the Zoom button left or right to zoom in or out.

Zoom out

Zoom in

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The zoom function may not be available when shooting at the highest

resolution.

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The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting

a video.

Taking photos with the touch focus

Focus on different areas within the same composition using the touch focus.

Tap, or tap and drag the focus frame to the subject, half-press the Shutter button to focus on

the selected area, and then press the Shutter button to take the photo.

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